Candy GO DC 18-88S User Manual [en, de, fr, it]
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GO DC 18-88S
Condenser Tumble Dryer
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English. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Deutsch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Italiano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Delivery information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety reminders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
The Laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Environmental Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
GIAS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
European directive 2002/96/EC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Electrical requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparing the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Clothes preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Sorting the load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Drying advice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Do not tumble dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Energy saving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Door and Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Opening the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Filter care indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Water container. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
To remove the container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
To remove the condenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning and Routine Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cleaning the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Customer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Spares. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
GIAS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Introduction
Please read and follow these instructions
carefully and operate the machine accordingly.
This booklet provides important guidelines for
safe use, installation, maintenance and some
useful advice for best results when using your
machine.
Keep all documentation in a safe place for future
reference or for any future owners
Delivery information
Please check that the following items are
delivered with the appliance:
● Instruction manual
● Guarantee card
● Energy label
Remove the machine from its packaging close to
the final location of the machine.
1. Cut carefully around the base of the
packaging and up one corner.
2. Remove the polythene sleeve and lift the
dryer off the polystyrene base.
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Check that no
damage has
occurred to the
machine during
transit. If it has,
call for service by
GIAS.
Failure to comply
with the above
can compromise
the safety of the
appliance. You
may be charged
for a service call
if a problem with
your machine is
caused by
misuse.
Unpacking the product
Dispose of the packaging safely. Make
sure it is out of the reach of children,
it is a potential source of danger.
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Safety reminders
Installation
● Check that the product has no visible signs of damage before use. If damaged do
not use and please call GIAS Service.
● Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions.
● Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling
or collecting behind the dryer.
● The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a
door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of tumble dryer.
Use
● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
● WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.
● This machine is solely for domestic use, i.e. to dry household textiles and garments.
● This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this
manual. Ensure that the instructions for installation and use are fully understood
before operating the appliance.
● Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are damp or wet.
● Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to lift or
move the machine.
● Do not allow children to play with the machine or its controls.
● WARNING Do not use the product if the fluff filter is not in position or is
damaged; fluff could be ignited.
● WARNING Where the hot surface symbol is located the temperature rise
during operation of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60 degrees C.
● Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug before
cleaning the appliance.
● Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty.
● Lint and fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the outside of
the machine.
● The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the cool
down period before removing the laundry.
The Laundry
● Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
● WARNING Do not tumble dry fabrics treated with dry cleaning fluids.
● WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, when heated
become ignited by spontaneous combustion. Items such as foam rubber (latex
foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or
pillows fitted with foam rubber pads MUST NOT be dried in the tumble dryer.
● Always refer to the laundry care labels for directions on suitability for drying.
● Clothes should be spin dried or thoroughly wrung before they are put into the
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tumble dryer. Clothes that are dripping wet should NOT be put into the dryer.
● Lighters and matches must not be left in pockets and NEVER use flammable
liquids near the machine.
● Glass fibre curtains should NEVER be put in this machine. Skin irritation may
occur if other garments are contaminated with the glass fibres.
● Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol,
petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be
washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in
the tumble dryer.
● Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric
softener instructions.
Environmental Issues
● All packaging materials used are environmentally-friendly and recyclable. Please
help dispose of the packaging via environmentally-friendly means. Your local
council will be able to give you details of current means of disposal.
● To ensure safety when disposing of an old tumble dryer disconnect the mains
plug from the socket, cut the mains power cable and destroy this together with
the plug. To prevent children shutting themselves in the machine break the door
hinges or the door lock.
GIAS Service
● To ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of this appliance we
recommend that any servicing or repairs are only carried out by an authorised
GIAS Service engineer.
European directive 2002/96/EC
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol on the product indicates that this product may
not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local
environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery
and recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
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If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down,
switch it off and disconnect the plug from the socket.
Consult GIAS Service for possible repair.
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Electrical requirements
Tumble dryers are supplied to operate at a
voltage of 230V, 50 Hz single phase. Check that
the supply circuit is rated to at least 10A.
Electricity can be extremely dangerous.
This appliance must be earthed.
The socket outlet and the plug on the appliance
must be of the same type.
Do not use multiple adapters and/or extension
leads.
The plug should be accessible for disconnection
after the appliance has been installed.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following codes:
Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NEUTRAL
Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LIVE
Green and Yellow . . . . . . . . . . EARTH
CE Appliance complies with European Directive
89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and subsequent
amendments.
Adjusting the feet
Once the machine is in place the feet should be
adjusted to ensure that the machine is level.
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You may be
charged for a
service call if a
problem with
your machine is
caused by
incorrect
installation.
If the mains cord
on this
appliance is
damaged, it
must be
replaced by a
special cord
which is ONLY
obtainable from
the GIAS spares
service. It must
be installed by a
competent
person.
Installation
Do not plug the machine in and switch
it on at the mains until the installation is
completed.
For your safety, this dryer must be
correctly installed.
If there is any doubt about installation,
call GIAS Service for advice.
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Adequate ventilation must be provided in the
room where the tumble dryer is located to
prevent gases from appliances burning other
fuels, including open fires, being drawn into the
room during operation of the tumble dryer.
● Exhaust air must not be discharged into a
flue which is used for exhausting fumes
from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
● Check regularly that the air flowing through
the dryer is not restricted.
● Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if
necessary.
● The inlet and outlets should be kept free
from obstructions. To ensure adequate
ventilation the space between the bottom
of the machine and the floor must not be
obstructed. There should be a gap of at
least 12mm between the machine and any
obstructions.
● Prevent items from falling or collecting
behind the dryer as these may obstruct the
air inlet and outlet.
● NEVER install the dryer up against curtains.
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Ventilation
AIR OUTLETS
AIR OUTLETS IN THE BASE
AIR INLET VENTS
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Before using the tumble dryer for the first time:
● Please read this instruction book thoroughly.
● Remove all items packed inside drum.
● Wipe the inside of the drum and door with
a damp cloth to remove any dust which may
have settled in transit.
Clothes preparation
Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry
is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown
by the care symbols on each item.
Check that all fastenings are closed and that
pockets are empty. Turn the articles inside out.
Place clothes loosely in the drum to make sure
that they don't get tangled.
Maximum drying weight
● Cottons Max. 8 kg
● Synthetics Max. 4 kg
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Preparing the load
Do not overload
the drum, large
items when wet
can exceed the
maximum
admissible
clothes load
(for example:
sleeping bags,
duvets).
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Sort the load as follows:
● By care symbols
These can be found on the collar or inside
seam:
Suitable for tumble drying.
Tumble drying at high temperature.
Tumble drying at low temperature only.
Do not tumble dry.
If the item does not have a care label it
must be assumed that it is not suitable
for tumble drying.
● By amount and thickness
Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer
capacity, separate clothes according to
thickness (e.g. towels from thin underwear).
● By type of fabric
Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and
table linen.
Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc.
made of polyester or polyamid, as well as
for cotton/synthetic mixes.
● By drying level
Sort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. For
delicate articles press the button to
select low drying temperature.
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Do not tumble dry:
Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings,
delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic
decorations, garments with PVC or leather
trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as
sleeping bags, etc.
Energy saving
Only put into the tumble dryer laundry which has
been thoroughly wrung or spin-dried. The drier
the laundry the shorter the drying time thus
saving electricity.
ALWAYS
● Try to dry the maximum weight of laundry,
this will save time and electricity.
● Check that the filter is clean before every
drying cycle.
NEVER
● Exceed the maximum weight, this will waste
time and electricity.
● Put dripping wet items into the tumble
dryer, this may damage the appliance.
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Drying advice
IMPORTANT: Do
not dry articles
which have been
treated with a
dry cleaning fluid
or rubber clothes
(danger of fire or
explosion).
During the last
15 minutes the
load is always
tumbled in cool
air.
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Control panel and indicator lights
'ON' Button and Indicator – press to switch
on, the indicator will light.
'ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS' Button – press to
reduce the heat level for delicate items, press
again to select high temperature.
HIGH heat setting
LOW heat setting
'DRYING TIME' Selector – selects the drying time
or the Fast Iron option .
'FILTER CARE' Indicator – lights when the filter
needs cleaning.
'EMPTY WATER' Indicator – lights when the
water container is full.
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Controls and indicators
EMPTY WATER
INDICATOR
FILTER CARE
INDICATOR
ACRYLICS/
SYNTHETICS
BUTTON
ON BUTTON DRYING TIME
SELECTOR
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Opening the door
Pull on handle to open the door.
To restart the dryer, close the door and press .
Filter
IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the
dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before
each drying cycle.
1. Pull the filter upwards.
2. Open filter as shown.
3. Gently remove lint using a soft brush or
your fingertips.
4. Snap the filter together and push back into
place.
Filter Care Indicator
lights when the filter needs cleaning.
If the laundry is not drying check that the filter is
not clogged.
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Door and Filter
WARNING!
When the tumble dryer is in use the
drum and door may be VERY HOT.
Never stop a tumble dryer before
the end of the drying cycle unless
all items are quickly removed and
spread out so that the heat is
dissipated.
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The water removed from the laundry during the
drying cycle is collected in a container at the
bottom of the dryer.
When the container is full the indicator on
the control panel will light, and the container
MUST be emptied. However, we recommend that
the container is emptied after each drying cycle.
NOTE: Very little water will collect during the
first few cycles of a new machine as an internal
reservoir is filled first.
To remove the container
1. Gently pull the bottom of the kickplate so
that it unclips from the dryer. The top
section can then be unhinged allowing the
kickplate to be completely removed.
2. Pull firmly on the handgrip and slide the
water container out of the dryer.
Support the container with both hands. When
full, the water container will weigh about 4kg.
3. Open the lid located on the top of the
container and empty the water.
4. Refit the lid and slide the water container
back into position. PUSH FIRMLY INTO
PLACE.
5. Refit the kickplate by engaging the hinges
at the top and 'snapping' the lower clips
into place.
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Water Container
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Important: Always switch off and remove the
plug from the electricity supply before cleaning
the condenser.
To maintain the efficiency of the dryer regularly
check that the condenser is clean.
To remove the
condenser
1. Remove the kickplate (see page 13).
2. Turn the two locking levers anti-clockwise
and pull out the condenser.
3. Pull out the condenser unit.
4. Gently remove any dust or fluff with a cloth,
then wash the unit by holding it under a
running tap turning it so that water flows
between the plates, to remove any dust or
fluff.
5. Refit the condenser ensuring it is in the
correct way (as indicated by the arrow) and
pushed firmly into place. Lock the two levers
by turning them clockwise.
6. Refit the kickplate.
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Condenser
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Refer to the Drying guide table or the fabric
labels to select the most suitable programme.
● Open the door and load the drum with
laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder
closure of the door.
● If drying delicate items press the button
to reduce the heat level. Press again on
completion, to select high temperature.
HIGH heat setting
LOW heat setting
● Turn the 'DRYING TIME' Selector until the
required drying time aligns with the dial.
● The programme provides a conditioning
and anti-crease function. The dryer will heat
the load for 8 minutes followed by a 2
minute cool down period and is especially
good for garments which may have been
left for some time prior to ironing, in a linen
basket for example. Garments may also
become stiffened when dried outside on a
washing line or inside on radiators. This
process relaxes the creases in the fabric
making ironing quicker and easier.
● Gently close the door pushing it slowly until
you hear the door 'click' shut.
● Press the button. The indicator will light
and the drying cycle begins.
● The load is dried by tumbling in
thermostatically controlled warm air. Cool
air is used for the last 15 minutes to
reduce creasing and cool the load ready for
handling.
● When the program is fully completed the
drum will stop rotating and the dial will
point to 0.
● Open the door and remove the load.
● Clean the filter and empty the water
container after every drying cycle to ensure
maximum dryer efficiency.
● Clean the condenser after approximately
every 10 drying cycles to ensure maximum
dryer efficiency.
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Operation
WARNING!
The drum, door
and load may be
very hot.
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Cleaning the dryer
● Clean the filter and empty the water
container after every drying cycle.
● Regularly clean the condenser.
● After each period of use, wipe the inside of
the drum and leave the door open for a
while to allow circulation of air to dry it.
● Wipe the outside of the machine and the
door with a soft cloth.
● DO NOT use abrasive pads or cleaning
agents.
● To prevent the door sticking or the build up
of fluff periodically clean the inner door and
gasket with a damp cloth.
Technical specifications
Drum capacity 115 litres
Maximum load 8 kg
Height 85cm
Width 60cm
Depth 60cm
Energy Label Band C
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IMPORTANT
Always switch
off and remove
the plug from
the electricity
supply before
cleaning this
appliance.
For electrical data
refer to the
rating label on
the front of the
dryer cabinet
(with the door
open).
Cleaning and Routine
Maintenance
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What might be the cause of...
Defects you can remedy yourself
Before calling GIAS Service for technical advice please run through the
following checklist. A charge will be made if the machine is found to be
working or has been installed incorrectly or used incorrectly. If the problem
persists after completing the recommended checks, please call GIAS Service,
they may be able to assist you over the telephone.
Drying time is too long/clothes are not dry enough…
● Have you selected the correct drying time/programme?
● Were the clothes too wet? Were the clothes thoroughly wrung or spin-
dried?
● Does the filter need cleaning?
● Does the condenser need cleaning?
● Is the dryer overloaded?
● Are the inlets, outlets and base of the dryer free from obstructions?
● Has the option been selected from a previous cycle?
The dryer does not operate…
● Is there a working electricity supply to the dryer? Check using another
appliance such as a table lamp.
● Is the plug properly connected to the mains supply?
● Is there a power failure?
● Has the fuse blown?
● Is the door fully closed?
● Is the dryer switched on, both at the mains supply and at the machine?
● Has the drying time or the programme been selected?
● Has the machine been switched on again after opening the door?
● Has the dryer stopped operating because the water tray is full and needs
emptying?
The dryer is noisy…
● Switch off the dryer and contact GIAS Service for advice.
The Filter Care Indicator is on…
● Does the filter need cleaning?
● Does the condenser need cleaning?
Empty Water Indicator is on…
● Does the water container need emptying?
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Troubleshooting
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Should there still be a problem with your dryer
after completing all the recommended checks,
please call GIAS Service for advice. They may be
able to assist you over the telephone or arrange
for a suitable appointment for an engineer to call
under the terms of your guarantee. However, a
charge may be made if any of the following
applies to your machine:
● Is found to be in working order.
● Has not been installed in accordance with
the installation instructions.
● Has been used incorrectly.
Spares
Always use genuine spares, available direct from
GIAS Service.
GIAS Service
For service and repairs call your local GIAS
Service engineer.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the
event of any printing mistakes in this booklet.
The manufacturer also reserves the right to make
appropriate modifications to its products without
changing the essential characteristics.
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Customer Service
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Informations sur la livraison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Déballage du produit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Rappels de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Utilisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Le linge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Protection de l’environnement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Service GIAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Directive européenne 2002/96/CE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Besoins électriques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Ajustement des pieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Préparation de la charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Préparation des vêtements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Tri de la charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Conseils de séchage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Ne séchez pas en machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Économies d’énergie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Commandes et indicateurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Porte et filtre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Ouverture de la porte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Filtre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Indicateur Entretien Filtre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Réservoir d’eau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Pour retirer le réservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Condenseur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Pour retirer le condenseur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Fonctionnement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Nettoyage et Entretien de Routine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Nettoyage du sèche-linge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Spécifications techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Dépistage de pannes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Service clientèle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Pièces de rechange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Service GIAS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
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Introduction
Veuillez lire et suivre ces instructions avec soin et
utiliser la machine en conséquence. Ce livret contient
des instructions importantes sur la sécurité d’utilisation,
l’installation et l’entretien de la machine, ainsi que des
conseils utiles pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats
possibles lors de son utilisation.
Conservez toute la documentation dans un endroit sûr
pour pouvoir vous y reporter à une date ultérieure ou la
transmettre aux prochains propriétaires
Informations sur la
livraison
Vérifiez que les articles suivants ont bien été livrés avec
l’appareil :
● Manuel d’utilisation
● Carte de garantie
● Étiquette d’énergie
Retirez la machine de l’emballage, à proximité de son
emplacement définitif.
1. Coupez délicatement autour de la base de
l’emballage en remontant vers l’angle supérieur.
2. Retirer le manchon en polyéthylène et sortez le
sèche-linge de la base en polystyrène.
Vérifiez que la
machine ne s’est
pas détériorée en
transit. Si c’est le
cas, contactez GIAS
pour une opération
de dépannage.
Le non-respect de
ces instructions
peut compromettre
la sécurité de votre
appareil. Un appel
de service peut
vous être facturé si
la défaillance de
votre appareil est
causée par une
mauvaise
utilisation.
Déballage du produit
Mettez l’emballage au rebut en toute
sécurité. Conservez hors de portée des
enfants car il représente une source de
danger potentielle.
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Rappels de sécurité
Installation
● Vérifiez que la machine ne présente aucun signe visible de détérioration avant de
l’utiliser. En cas de détérioration, assurez-vous de ne pas l’utiliser et de contacter le
service GIAS.
● N’utilisez pas d’adaptateurs, de multi-prises et/ou de rallonges.
● Veillez à ne pas installer le sèche-linge contre des rideaux et assurez-vous que rien ne
pourra tomber ou s’accumuler derrière le sèche-linge.
● Cet appareil ne doit pas être installé derrière une porte verrouillable, une porte
coulissante ou une porté munie de gonds placée en face de la porte du sèche-linge.
Utilisation
● Cet appareil ne doit pas être utilisé par des personnes (notamment des enfants)
jouissant de capacités mentales, sensorielles ou physiques réduites ou d'un manque
d'expérience ou de connaissances, sauf si elles sont surveillées ou ont reçu des
instructions concernant l'utilisation de cet appareil par une personne responsable de
leur sécurité.
● Les enfants doivent être surveillés afin de s'assurer qu'ils ne s'amusent pas avec
l'appareil.
● ATTENTION La mauvaise utilisation d’un sèche-linge risque de causer un d’incendie.
● Cette machine est conçue uniquement pour usage domestique, à savoir pour sécher le
linge domestique et les vêtements.
● Cette machine ne doit être utilisée que pour l’emploi auquel elle est destinée et qui est
décrit dans ce manuel. Assurez-vous d’avoir bien compris les instructions d’installation et
d’utilisation avant de faire fonctionner la machine.
● Ne touchez pas la machine si vous avez les mains ou les pieds mouillés ou humides.
● Ne vous appuyez pas sur la porte lorsque vous chargez la machine et n’utilisez pas la
porte pour soulever ou déplacer la machine.
● Ne laissez pas des enfants jouer avec la machine ou avec ses commandes.
● ATTENTION N’utilisez pas cette machine si le filtre à peluches n’est pas en place ou s’il
est endommagé ; les peluches risquent en effet de s’allumer.
● ATTENTION L’augmentation de température pendant le fonctionnement du sèche-linge
peut être supérieure à 60°C là où se trouve le symbole de surface chaude .
● Débranchez du courant de secteur. Retirez toujours la prise avant de nettoyer la
machine.
● Cessez d’utiliser la machine si elle semble défectueuse.
● Veillez à ce que les peluches ne puissent pas s’accumuler sur le sol, à l’extérieur de la
machine.
● Il se peut que l’intérieur du tambour soit très chaud. Veillez à ce que le sèche-linge
termine son cycle de refroidissement avant d’en sortir le linge.
Le linge
● Ne séchez pas des vêtements non lavés dans le sèche-linge.
● ATTENTION Ne séchez pas les tissus qui ont été traités avec des liquides de nettoyage à
sec.
● ATTENTION Quand elles sont chauffées, les mousses alvéolaires peuvent dans certains
cas brûler par combustion spontanée. Les articles tels que le caoutchouc mousse (mousse
de latex), les bonnets de douche, le textile imperméable, les articles caoutchoutés et les
vêtements ou coussins rembourrés de caoutchouc mousse NE DOIVENT PAS être séchés
dans le sèche-linge.
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● Reportez-vous toujours aux étiquettes d’entretien du linge pour vérifier le mode de
séchage recommandé.
● Les vêtements doivent être essorés en machine ou à la main avant d’être placés dans le
sèche-linge. Les vêtements qui dégoulinent NE DOIVENT PAS être mis dans le sèchelinge.
● Enlevez les briquets et les allumettes des poches et veillez à ne JAMAIS utiliser de
liquides inflammables à proximité de la machine.
● Les rideaux en fibres de verre ne doivent JAMAIS être placés dans cette machine. La
contamination d’autres vêtements par les fibres de verre peut entraîner des irritations
de la peau.
● Les articles qui ont été souillés par des substances telles que huile de cuisson, acétone,
alcool, pétrole, kérosène, produit anti-taches, térébenthine, cire et décapant pour cire
doivent être lavés à l'eau chaude avec une quantité supplémentaire de détergent avant
d'être séchés dans le sèche-linge.
● Les agents adoucissants, et autres produits similaires, doivent être utilisés conformément
aux instructions fournies par le fabricant du produit.
Protection de l’environnement
● Tous les matériaux de conditionnement utilisés sont écologiques et recyclables. Veuillez
les éliminer de manière écologique. Votre municipalité pourra vous donner le détail
exact des méthodes d’élimination en vigueur.
● Pour assurer la sécurité lors de l’élimination d’un vieux sèche-linge, veuillez débrancher
la fiche du courant de secteur, couper le câble d’alimentation et le détruire avec la fiche.
Pour empêcher que les enfants ne s’enferment dans la machine, cassez les charnières de
la porte ou son dispositif de verrouillage.
Service GIAS
● Pour veiller au fonctionnement efficace et sans risque de cet appareil, nous vous
recommandons de faire exclusivement appel à un technicien GIAS agréé pour son
entretien ou sa réparation éventuelle.
Directive européenne 2002/96/CE
Cet appareil est commercialisé en accord avec la directive
européenne 2002/96/CE sur les déchets des équipements
électriques et électroniques (DEEE).
En vous assurant que ce produit est correctement recyclé, vous
participez à la prévention des conséquences négatives sur
l’environnement et la santé publique qui pourrait être causé par
une mise au rebut inappropriée de ce produit.
Le symbole sur ce produit indique qu’il ne doit pas être traité
comme un déchet ménager. Il doit être rapporté jusqu’à un
point de recyclage des déchets électriques et électroniques.
La collecte de ce produit doit se faire en accord avec les
réglementations environnementales concernant la mise au rebut
de ce type de déchets.
Pour plus d’information au sujet du traitement, de la collecte et
du recyclage de ce produit, merci de contacter votre mairie,
votre centre de traitement des déchets ou le magasin où vous
avez acheté ce produit.
Si l’appareil ne fonctionne pas correctement ou s’il tombe en
panne, mettez-le à l’arrêt et débranchez-le du courant de secteur.
Consultez le service GIAS pour prévoir une éventuelle réparation.
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